FOP Lodge 15 offers a fully staffed office Monday through Friday for all your membership needs, with two attorneys in-house to handle your legal needs. You can call us anytime at 636-757-3916.

Legal Aid

The Legal Aid program affords members no cost attorney representation for most job related matters. Access to Lodge attorneys 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, without prior authorization or approval. Not subject to minimum percentage (i.e. 70% of your department, as required by Laborers for qualification in the Legal Defense Fund).

Legal aid coverage allows you to speak to an attorney before any action is taken by your department. You know what to do BEFORE formal action has even been taken against you. Peace of mind -- priceless.

If you are involved in a shooting or other critical incident, our experienced Lodge attorneys are available to respond to your incident immediately, discuss the incident, and assist you in your interview and statement.

Our attorneys know the players at your department, and are familiar with your co-workers and the attorneys you’ll be up against.

In addition to traditional legal aid, Lodge 15 offers the opportunity for legal action against those making malicious or frivolous complaints or allegations.

Lodge members are encouraged to contact the office regarding any legal matter, not just issues that fall under Lodge 15 funded legal aid. If appropriate, Greg Kloeppel will refer members to reputable attorneys specializing in the area of law the member requires. Examples include: Workers’ Compensation, Personal Injury, Divorce, Child Custody, etc.

Lodge 15 also offers free simple will services. Last Will & Testaments and Durable Powers of Attorney (for Health Care Directive) are provided at no cost to members.

Collective Bargaining

Hands on Collective Bargaining training by cops

Database of comparable communities and contracts of LEO only, not construction workers

Enforcing your contract

Discipline (Just Cause Discipline)

Grievance Process

Seniority

Hours

Wages

Working conditions

Longevity

Vacation

Eliminate bias and favoritism

Level the playing field

Death Benefit

Missouri State FOP provides $10,000 - $30,000 in “Accidental” death benefits for both active and retired members; the Missouri State FOP also provides $20,000 - $40,000 in “Line-of-Duty” death/ dismemberment benefits for active members. Additionally, Members of Lodge 15 receive Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefits outlined here (click here).

Additional Benefits:

Networking throughout the country with over 325,000 LEO members

Benefits, support and protections through State & National FOP

Access to web site, legislative information, forums and other resources for LEOs

FOP University

All levels of organization governed by law enforcement, not mix of trades

FOP publications keep members informed, LEO news only

- State FOP & National FOP newsletters

Accessibility of all levels of FOP leadership

All levels of leadership relevant to your career, LEO only

Membership Dues

If your Department has an Association, Please contact your Association for Membership dues.

For Departments without an Association, Lodge 15 dues are $40.00/month or $480/year; Retiree's dues are $5/month or $60/year.